Electrical Courses

Freshmen will learn shop safety, the proper use of hand tools, responsibilities, shop procedures, and Right to Know Laws regarding use and storage of chemicals. They will start with low voltage projects and work their way through simple line voltage projects. Students will study the proper use and installation of materials and hardware, with an introduction to power tools.

The sophomores will learn Residential Wiring, Data Networking, conduit and tubing bending and residential services. An introduction to appliances, heating, motor controls, motors, and transformers, both the installation and repair of.

The juniors will learn how to use and maintain all safety equipment on both inside and outside projects. They will train in all aspects of the electrical field. Students will be introduced to outside projects in the community and continue to work on jobs in the school itself. They will also train on lab volt trainers to sharpen their motor control and trouble shooting skills. At the beginning of third quarter, students would be allowed to participate in the Co-op Program.

The seniors will learn how to properly use all the equipment in the shop. They will work more substantially on the outside projects. They will be given changes to individually advance in many areas of the trade. Students will also learn the knowledge of all factors including cost of tools and materials, time and labor. This will then prepare them for an entry-level job in the trade and eventually a license.